Quercus suber |
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Cork Oak |
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Steve Jacobs/Seatree
Description
The Cork Oak is an evergreen with moderate growth to a height of 70'-100' and as wide. Both the trunk and main scaffold branches are covered with cork (the cork of commerce). Its leaves are 3" long, and dark green in color.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Desert, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Woodland
Accenting Features
Attractivebark, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Winter
Location Uses
Background, Publicpark, Parkinglot, Streettree
Special Uses
Screen, Shadetree
Attracts Wildlife
Birds, Wildlife
Water Saving Tip:
Going "green" in your garden could save you 50,000 gallons of water each year and cut your maintenance by 60%.
